Yami Mehta

I totally understand how you feel, intimacy can be a beautiful way to connect with your husband before the baby arrives. Just be very gentle, listen to your body, and always check with your sweet doctor first to make sure everything is completely safe for your little one.

Scientifically speaking, there is no natural substance that accurately reacts to the HCG hormone in urine. My doctor clearly said those YouTube videos about salt/toothpaste tests are completely fake. A standard urine strip or a beta HCG blood test are the only medical ways.

It means Biparietal Diameter. Because of my thyroid, I had regular scans to monitor baby's growth parameters like BPD. Just follow up with your doctor regularly to make sure everything is on track.

I have read that about 11 to 15 kgs is normal to gain during pregnancy. I am hoping to learn more about a healthy pregnancy diet from everyone here.

When I was staying with my parents, my mother insisted on getting the first scan done by the 6th week itself. Doctors can easily detect it around that time through a transvaginal ultrasound. It's always safe to get checked early.